Region Financial Analyst

Securitas Security Services•Downers Grove, IL

6h•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Analyzes financial data and other operating information to assist Region in achieving its financial targets. Develops reports and assists in monitoring progress against budget. Assists Region Controller in conducting studies and developing recommendations.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a reliable means of communication (i.e., pager or phone).
Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private).
Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field, and one year of experience in financial analysis, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company. Additional relevant experience can be substituted for the required education on the basis of one calendar year of experience for one academic year of education.
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in financial analysis.
Skill in analyzing, modeling, and synthesizing a variety of data and developing solutions.
Planning and organizational skills.
Strong customer and results orientation.
Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
Ability to be an effective member of and lead project teams.
Skill in the use financial systems and standard office productivity software.
Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
Skill in clear and concise oral and written communication.
Maintaining composure in dealing with management and staff, occasionally in pressure situations.
Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
Regular talking and hearing.
Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Occasional travel to company offices and other locations.
Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds.
Reading and analyzing reports and data, including computer usage.

Responsibilities

Participates in the development of the annual region business plan and budget; assists Controller in monitoring progress against business objectives throughout the year.
Reports, analyzes, and interprets financial and operating data for management, including cost analysis, market niche reporting, profitability analysis, regional performance assessments, contract pricing analysis and wage analysis, and other ad-hoc analysis as directed.
Provides in-depth analysis and interpretation of financial data to monitor and report on progress of the Region and its profit centers compared to business plan targets.
Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses. Identifies and communicates loss trends.
Assists in the development of Branch and Area office reporting requirements and metrics, and in the design and development of workflow processes.
Generates and distributes system reports and assists management in their utilization; may oversee or assist with information systems projects and/or ongoing operations.
Performs field office visits to analyze operations, conduct audits, and recommend business solutions to management.
Performs tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for assignment.